dúm
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Meaning
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Verb
To cause small folds or lines to appear on a surface like skin or fabric.
vi Cô ấy dúm mặt lại vì vị chua của quả chanh.
en She wrinkled her face due to the sour taste of the lemon.
Noun
A small amount of something that can be held in one's hand at once.
vi Bà ấy cho một dúm muối vào nồi canh.
en She put a small handful of salt into the pot of soup.